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Bi Monthly Update :: September 2, 2010
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Few of us had good models growing up of how to engage
effectively and in a Christlike manner in the midst of conflict. Rather, we learned to evade conflict and fake
peace or battle to get our way than to engage in godly ways to truly make
peace. All of us have enough damaged or
broken relationships in our pasts to testify that we just are not naturally
good at handling conflict with others - even those we love. We all
need help in this area!
Beginning Sunday, September 12th and continuing
for nine additional Sundays, we will focus on learning to handle such
interpersonal tensions through a series called "Got Conflict?" We'll be combining Sunday sermons, daily
readings in a book titled The
Peacemaker, and weekly small group gatherings to help us approach and
work through conflict in biblical and Christ-honoring ways.
I hope that you'll invest the focus and time to be at each
Sunday service, do the daily reading, and join in a small group where you'll
learn to use conflict as a means to greater connection and peace with those you
love and live with. Jesus said, "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall
be called children of God" (Matthew 5:9).
My prayer is that you will become the agent of God's peace to a
world that is worn-out with conflict.
-Jim Bzdafka
Senior Pastor
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| FOCUS Workshops
Sun., beginning Sept. 12
A variety of workshops are offered to fit your specific needs and to
encourage you through different phases of life. Join a FOCUS Workshop on Sunday
mornings and attend the worship service either before or after your scheduled
class.
These FOCUS Workshops will run during the months of September and October.
Click here for the list of upcoming classes.
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| Connect through FLOCKS
Now is a great time to join a FLOCKS Small Group. All FLOCKS Small Groups will be going through a complimentary DVD study to the church-wide Got Conflict? series this fall. This study is designed to take the Sunday morning series to a more personal level. FLOCKS groups will be meeting weekly during the 10-week series.
FLOCKS groups are forming now! Sign up here.
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| Scott Krippayne in Concert
Sun., Oct. 3, 7pm
Mark your calendars now! You won't want to miss this contemporary Christian singer/songwriter in concert. Scott has recorded ten CDs and over 200 of his songs have been recorded by other artists.
Click here for all the details and to purchase your tickets!!
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| Providence 101 Pre-Membership Class
Beginning Sun., Sept. 12
The Providence 101 class is being offered on Sunday mornings as part of the September/October FOCUS Workshops.
Attending Providence 101 will not obligate you to join the church, but you must attend this
class in order to become a member or Providence.
To learn more about the membership process, click HERE.
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| Women's Bible Study
Begins Mon., Sept. 13, 7-9pm OR Wed., Sept. 15, 9-11am
The Peacemaking Church Women's Study: Living the Gospel in Relationships is a DVD study which is separate, but complementary, to the other Peacemaker opportunities being offered at Providence this fall. This study is focused on the unique issues that women face in relationships. Registration continues this Sunday.
A preschool program is offered on Wednesday mornings for a nominal fee - registration is required.
Click here for more details!
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Awana
Tues., beginning Sept. 14, 6:15-7:45pm
Awana is a fun, fast-paced, Scripture memory program for children in Kindergarten - 6th Grade. The program includes Bible teaching, Scripture memory, and game time.
Register has begun. Register in the Foyer on Sunday or pick up a registration form in the church office.
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| High School Fall Retreat
Fuel '10, Sept. 11-13, $100
Kelly's Island
Kick off the start of the school year right! All high schoolers are
invited to join us for Fuel '10. The fall retreat is designed to be a time to
re-fuel, fellowship, and fan their faith into a flame.
Registration is going on now through September 6.
Download the registration
form HERE.
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| Middle School Fall Retreat
Launch '10, Sept. 17-19, $100
Kelly's Island
All middle schoolers are invited to join us for Launch '10. The fall
retreat will be a great time to connect with others and enjoy a time of
refreshment that will launch them into the new school year!
Registration is going on now through September 8.
Click HEREfor details and to download the registration form.
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| Women's Social
Thurs., Sept. 9
Join us for fellowship and a discussion of the book Get Out of that Pit, by Beth Moore. Register in the Foyer on Sunday.
For a list, and the dates, of upcoming women's socials, click HERE.
Fall Fellowship
Sun., Sept. 12, outside courtyard behind the church
Meet some new people and catch up with old friends after each service. We'll enjoy a time of fellowship, sip hot cider, and eat donuts!
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For a complete listing of events and details please visit providencechurch.us
For more information about a specific ministry, click on a link below
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